Vin Diesel is an American actor, producer, director, and screenwriter. He is best known for his roles in the Fast and Furious franchise, where he plays Dominic Toretto. He has also starred in other action films such as xXx, The Chronicles of Riddick, and Babylon A.D. Diesel's career began in the 1990s and he has since become one of Hollywood's most recognizable action stars. He recently passed away in 2021, leaving behind a legacy of iconic action films.